ODS Outreach and Programs

This event is in recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day. This will be an inactive programming display of a total of 65 chairs set up simultaneously in 5 different campus locations - LBJSC Hub, the Quad, the Bobcat Trail, the LBJ Mall and the Student Recreation Center. Each site will represent a different theme. The event will from Wednesday, September 8th through Friday, September 10th from 9 AM to 5 P.M. each day. The objective is to promote suicide awareness and provide information on the impact suicide has among different identities.  Ribbons will be placed upon the chairs in the colors of suicide awareness to represent that suicide does not discriminate and impacts everyone. We ask that all members of the Texas State community come view our display and learn about suicide prevention and awareness.

If you require accommodations due to a disability, please, contact the Office of Disability Services at via telephone at (512) 245-3451 or email at ods@txstate.edu at least 72 hours prior to the start of the event. For more information regarding this event, contact Dr. Harlan Ballard via email at h_b168@txstate.edu.

Professionals from the Epilepsy Foundation of Central & South Texas will not only train the audience to assist students undergoing epileptic seizures but will also develop their knowledge on what epilepsy is.
Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/we-are-one-epilepsy-training-tickets-154174982523

Wanting to get connected to the Office of Disability Services (ODS) here at Texas State, or have questions about who we are and what we do? At this presentation, you can get a good overview of ODS’s services, learn about disability, and ask any burning questions you may have.
Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/disability-101-everything-you-wanted-to-know-but-were-afraid-to-ask-tickets-169210159141

A growing number of individuals with disabilities are bringing their animals to campus for various reasons. This presentation addresses the growing number of animals we may see on our campuses and will explain the differences between service and emotional support animals and the laws that apply to each.
Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/its-a-zoo-out-there-understanding-animals-on-campus-tickets-154170402825

In recognition of National LatinX HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, the Office of Disability Services will partner with the Community Action Group Inc. to provide free HIV/AIDS screenings. The event will be held on Thursday, October 14^th from 11 A.M. to 2 P.M. in LBJSC rooms 3-21.1, 3-21.2, 3-21.3, and the HUB. The purpose of National LatinX AIDS Awareness Day is to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS and encourage use of prevention and treatment methods in the Hispanic and LatinX community.

Stressed about midterms? Worried your class isn’t going quite the way you thought it would? Stop by the Office of Disability Services' booth, and maybe we can help! If you have any questions about accessing our services or just tips on surviving college, this is your one stop shop.

Students, faculty, and staff with disabilities are valued and affirmed individuals who contribute to and participate in the diversity at Texas State University and our global community. The purpose of this PD is to promote awareness around ableism and educate the community on how they can be an ally for individuals with disabilities. Completion of this training counts toward the Bobcat Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion or J.E.D.I. Program.

A Zoom link will be provided by Human Resources once people register.

The Office of Disability Services and Career Services are co-presenting this workshop, which provides students with disabilities the knowledge necessary to successfully transition from college to the work environment.
Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/transitioning-from-college-to-work-tickets-169212257417

This workshop addresses the laws that apply to employees with disabilities, the process to request accommodations, and the responsibilities of both the employee and supervisor. This presentation is open to the TXST community.
Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/title-i-of-the-adaaa-lunch-and-learn-tickets-169206121063

More students on the spectrum are coming to universities than ever before. Texas State University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and inclusion involves assuring support systems are available for students on the Autism Spectrum. Learn how you can contribute to that support at this presentation.
Eventbrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-students-on-the-autism-spectrum-tickets-154171074835

Students, faculty, and staff are attempting to navigate a virtual environment unlike anything before. To that end, the Office of Disability Services and the Division of Information Technology is committed to making sure that the virtual environment is accessible. In this workshop, participants will learn about accessibility laws and guidelines and learn how to incorporate Universal Design to create accessible digital content.

A Zoom link will be provided by Human Resources once people register.

In recognition of World AIDS Day, the Office of Disability Services will partner with the Community Action Group Inc. to provide free HIV/AIDS screenings. The event will be held on Wednesday, December 1st from 11 A.M. to 2 P.M. in LBJSC rooms 3-21.1, 3-21.2, 3-21.3, and the HUB. The purpose of World AIDS Day is to provide an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to show support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from an AIDS-related illness.

Students, staff, faculty and their families are invited out to decompress as they prepare for final examinations. Participants can participate in various types of art and yoga. Counselors and therapy animals will be on hand throughout the event to provide support.